Kitchen Lead

About Us

Branch NYC is a hotel lounge and members club offering a small menu of thoughtfully curated breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, and boards. Our kitchen focuses on quality, consistency, and execution—supporting a refined guest experience through simple, well-crafted food and high standards of cleanliness and organization.

Why Work Here

• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Leave (in accordance with NYC law)
• Growth opportunities — we promote from within

Job Purpose

The Kitchen Supervisor supports kitchen operations by maintaining sanitation standards, assisting with food handling and preparation, and ensuring the kitchen operates safely and efficiently in accordance with brand and health-department expectations.  We are seeking someone to lead menu development and manage food ordering.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu development
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including workstations, storage areas, and dish areas
• Assist with food handling, finishing, and preparation as needed
• Support dishwashing and general sanitation duties
• Follow food-rotation, labeling, and storage procedures
• Complete sanitation checklists and cleaning tasks as assigned
• Support hotel events and service needs when required
• Communicate effectively with BOH and FOH team members

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of kitchen or back-of-house experience preferred
• Great understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work efficiently
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to bend, reach, lift, and carry items weighing up to 20+ lbs
• Ability to work in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold, and moisture

Equal Employment Opportunity

Branch NYC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.